Patients are often referred to Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio by other dentists for root canal treatment because of our advanced training, outstanding reputation and long track record of success. It’s important to note that only 3% of all dentists have the necessary qualifications to become endodontists. The value of specialty care Our doctors have […]
At Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio, we specialize in relieving tooth and jaw pain through root canal treatment. We have a long, proven track record of success. You can rely on us to provide a pain free experience and assist you in achieving a healthy smile. What is a root canal? Root canals are the […]
Many of our patients are understandably apprehensive about root canal treatment and want to know what to expect. In addition to their advanced training in all aspects of root canal treatment, our specialists at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio, Drs. Rick Davis, Rick Schwartz and Zac Liang are experts at pain management. Local Anesthetic The […]
An endodontist is a dentist who specializes in root canal treatment and related procedures. They study their specialty for 2-3 years after dental school and become experts in diagnosing and managing tooth related pain and infection. Other dentists refer patients to endodontists to manage their difficult and complicated cases, patients who are particularly fearful and […]
All teeth have cracks. Most are shallow and of no consequence, but teeth with deeper cracks can cause sensitivity or pain, or even loss of the tooth. One of the most common reasons teeth develop deep cracks is large fillings that weaken the tooth. Cracks are also often seen in patients who clench or “grind” […]
At Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio, we understand that many patients are fearful of dental treatment in general and root canal treatment in particular. For those patients, sedation makes a lot of sense. Used in combination with effective local anesthesia (numbing), sedation allows patients to have a stress free, anxiety free dental experience. At […]
Root canal treatment is usually performed on patients with pain and/or infection due to damage to the dental pulp, the nerves and other tissues inside the tooth. It has a high rate of success, even for teeth that are badly damaged. In some cases, in addition to root canal treatment, endodontic surgery may be […]
At Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio, we treat teeth that are damaged in a variety of different ways. We are endodontists, specialists in identifying and resolving problems that affect the dental pulp, the nerves and other tissues inside a tooth. Dr. Rick Davis and Dr. Rick Schwartz resolve damage caused by acute and chronic […]
Our endodontists, Drs. Rick Davis and Rick Schwartz use advanced techniques and technologies to provide patient comfort and optimal treatment outcomes. Safe sedative options complement root canal therapy and endodontic surgery. When performed under sedation, these treatments are tolerated well by even the most anxious, fearful, fidgety, and apprehensive patients. It is also very effective […]
It is not unusual for teeth to feel slightly tender or “different” than its neighbors for a few days following root canal treatment (RCT). This is normal and not typically a cause for concern unless it persists for a week or more. Even then, minor symptoms usually resolve with time. However, some symptoms may be […]
As specialists in root canal treatment, Dr. Rick Davis and Dr. Rick Schwartz of Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio are well-versed in all aspects of root canal treatment. We routinely get patients out of pain and preserve teeth that would otherwise be extracted.. Dentists from Boerne, Eagle Pass, Spring Branch, Laredo, Kerrville, Del Rio, Fredericksburg, […]
A significant part of our practice at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio consists of children and adolescents. Children often sustain dental injuries due to falls or sports-related accidents. Dentists from south-central Texas seek the expertise of our specialists to manage their patients with dental injuries. We see patients from Boerne, Eagle Pass, Spring Branch, Laredo, […]